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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cleveland to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cleveland to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Cleveland to San Francisco (CLE-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cleveland to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Cleveland to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Cleveland to San Francisco.
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CLE-SFO
5h 14mdirect
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SFO-CLE
4h 54mdirect
Asiana Airlines
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CLE-SFO
5h 14mdirect
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SFO-CLE
4h 50mdirect
Virgin Australia
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CLE-SFO
5h 14mdirect
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SFO-CLE
4h 50mdirect
Air New Zealand
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CLE-SFO
5h 14mdirect
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4h 50mdirect
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Expert advice for your flight from Cleveland to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
CLE

Arrive 90 minutes early at CLE for security. Lines are usually short, but during peak times, allow more time to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about CLEby Brandon Schultz
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. It's a convenient option to avoid rush hour traffic.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CLE

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cleveland to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cleveland to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cleveland to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco is August, where tickets cost £276 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £320 and £317 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Cleveland to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £360, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cleveland to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cleveland to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Cleveland to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Cleveland to San Francisco

Low season

January

High season

June
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cleveland to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

  • Does CLE offer long-term parking garages?

    There are six parking garages at CLE available for long-term parking. They include the CLE Smart Parking Garage, Blue Lot, Brown Lot, Orange Lot, Red Lot, and Curbside Valet. Of the six, the Brown Parking Lot is the cheapest. Although it is also the furthest from the airport's terminal complex, if you park at this lot, you need not worry about struggling to reach the terminal complex, as free shuttles connect these two points.

  • Where can I grab a meal at CLE?

    At CLE, there are various restaurants you can get served quality snacks and drinks. They include Sammy's Beach Bar & Grill near Gate A1, Quaker Steak & Lube near Gate B5, Great Lakes Brewing Company adjacent to Gate C14, and Vino Volo a short distance from Gate B2.

  • Can I leave my luggage at SFO?

    Suppose you want to leave some luggage at SFO before proceeding with your journey. In that case, you'll be able to do so, as the Airport Travel Agency, situated in the Main Hall of the International Terminal, offers luggage storage services. This agency is usually open from 6 am to 11 pm.

  • Can I shower at SFO?

    If you'd like to shower at SFO, you can find showers at Freshen' Up, situated on Level G of the Main Hall of the International Terminal. At this location, you'll enjoy access to a shower, shampoo, towel, soap, and lotion. A hairdryer is also available upon request.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cleveland to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cleveland to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Cleveland and San Francisco.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Cleveland to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cleveland to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Cleveland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Cleveland with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cleveland to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Cleveland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cleveland to San Francisco

  • While waiting for your flight to San Francisco at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), consider relaxing at The Club CLE lounge. Located in the Main Terminal, near Concourse B Gates, this air-conditioned lounge features wide seats, various entertainment sources, clean washrooms, snacks, beverages, and hospitable staff.
  • If you're traveling with your baby, you can comfortably breastfeed at CLE, as this remarkable airport features a nursing room near Gate B1 in Concourse B. Given that it features a power outlet and a changing table.
  • In case you're flying to San Francisco with your pet, you can let your pet take a leak at CLE's pet relief area while waiting for your flight at the airport. It is situated outside the north end of the baggage claim area near Carousel 1.
  • Several car rental agencies are housed on the 1st floor and 4th floor of San Francisco International Airport's (SFO) Car Rental Center. These car rentals include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, National, and Thrifty. This being the case, if you want to rent a car once you land at this airport, you'll be able to do so with ease. To get to the airport's car rental center, you'll board the airport's AirTrain Blue Line.
  • If you sustain a slight injury or feel unwell, you can receive medical attention at the SFO Medical Clinic before leaving SFO. Located in the Main Hall of the International Terminal, this clinic boasts knowledgeable health professionals. Judging by its professionals' years of experience, it's safe to say that you can rely on being well cared for at this clinic.
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Prefer to fly direct from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cleveland to San Francisco

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